GOOD fairies, and the more mischievous kind, will weave their magic at the Woodland Trust’s Oakfield Glen in Carrickfergus this evening from 6pm to 9pm.
Fairy lights will light the way, while fairy friends Sylvr and Teal will entertain and keep a watchful eye over woodland visitors. Gather round the campfire to toast marshmallows; enjoy live fiddle music; and prepare to be transported on magical
journeys with storyteller Raquel McKee. Little ones will also have the chance to make their own lanterns, from recycled materials.
This event is free but advance booking is essential. Contact Michelle McCaughtry at the Woodland Trust on 0797 9304 703 or michellemccaughtry@woodlandtrust.org.uk.
PUT nature back into your child’s life with Saturday clubs in parks across Belfast. With wildlife-themed activities, messy crafts and active games on offer, your children’s imagination and their feet can run wild.
Belfast City Council is offering free monthly ParkLife Saturday clubs in Falls Park, Woodvale Park, Ormeau Park, Fullerton Park, Victoria Park, Tullycarnet Park and Tommy Patton Park.
The clubs, delivered by nature conservation charity Ulster Wildlife, are suitable for children aged seven to 12. Younger children are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult.
For more details on a ParkLife Saturday Club contact Lucille Ewing on 0773 8945 055 or email parklife@belfastcity.gov.uk.
ENVIRONMENT groups in Northern Ireland working on projects with their Scotland or Republic counterparts are being urged to apply for a share of £36 million in EU cross-border funding.
Groups working to conserve precious habitats and species have until Friday January 8 to seek funds through the EU’s Interreg VA programme for the north, the Republic’s border region and western Scotland.
Funding will be divided into three categories. Groups conducting projects targeting the recovery of protected habitats and priority species can apply for a portion of a £9.5 million pot while an additional £9.5m has been earmarked for the management of marine protected areas and species.
Details on the programme and application process can be found at http://bit.ly/1JRJuW7.
